Kindercare Learning Center/Canonsburg
124 Wilhaven Rd, Canonsburg, PA
5.0· 20 reviews
Growing Minds Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 35
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Growing Minds Childcare
Growing Minds Childcare is a child care center in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 35 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 35 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 35 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Growing Minds Childcare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Growing Minds Childcare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 35 children
- License number
- #CER-00259650
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 24, 2026: 17 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 20 rules in all · 20 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Background checks 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Jun 24, 2026Inspection17 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #1 did not include two written, non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The files for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #5 did not include documented verification of their childcare experience. The file for Staff Person #4 did not include documented verification of their education and childcare experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The Emergency Contact form for Child #2 did not include complete address information for the individual to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During inspection, four children were present in the Infants Room. The folder containing their Emergency Contacts did not include emergency contact information for Child #5 or Child #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The record for Child #3 did not include a copy of the initial financial agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“The health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 was obtained on 5/19/2026, which was after their date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file for Staff Person #1 did not include a current health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Emergency Plan Training was not documented at the time of hire for the following: Staff Persons #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #1 did not include an NSOR clearance. The file for Staff Person #2 included a State Police Clearance (5/18/2026) that was obtained after hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff Person #4 included a State Police Clearance that lacked a dissemination date and an NSOR clearance (6/1/2026) that was obtained after hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). Disclosure statements for the following staff persons were completed weeks after their hire: Staff Person #2 (6/1/2026), Staff Person #3 (6/1/2026), Staff Person #4 (6/1/2026) and Staff Person #5 (6/2/2026). (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.66(c) Toxic use- no contamination
“In the Older Toddlers room, a package of Lysol Wipes was observed to be stored on top of a microwave. When the operator was asked, it was confirmed that this microwave is used to heat food for the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“Emergency telephone numbers posted in the childcare spaces did not include the number for poison control.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At approximately 10:35am, two groups of children (the Young Toddlers and the Older Toddlers) were using the outdoor play area. A group of five children were sitting on the ramp that leads to the preschool room. Staff Persons #1, 2 and 5 were outside with the children. All three staff were observed to be standing at least ten feet to the right of the group of children, and their positioning was approximately five feet forward, leaving their backs to this group of children. The staff could not see or assess the children. During an assessment of nap-time ratio in the Young Toddler room, both staff in the room indicated that they were responsible for separate groups of children. Staff Person #5 had their back to the children while washing dishes and could not see or assess their group. Staff Person #1 had situated themself in a chair that was partially turned away from some of the children, leaving them unable to see the children to their right.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The agreements for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include information about the services to be provided to the family and child. Specifically, that portion of the form was left blank.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreements for Child #2, Child #3 and Child #4 did not specify the persons to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The agreements on file for Child #4 and Child #5 did not indicate a date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The Emergency Contact forms for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not include complete work contact information for the enrolling parent(s).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The Emergency Contact form for Child #2 did not include information regarding any potential special needs. Specifically, that portion of the form was left blank.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The Emergency Contact form for Child #4 did not include the child's health insurance coverage or policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
Feb 27, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The Preschool and Older Toddler restroom lacked handwashing signs above the toilets. Handwashing signs were present above the sinks in both restrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“The facility's Emergency Plan was sent to the local municipality, but it was not sent to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“At the top of the stairs leading to the Preschool room, a small area of damaged, flaking plaster was observed on the wall to the right of the stairwell.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
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FAQ
Questions about Growing Minds Childcare
Is Growing Minds Childcare licensed?
Yes. Growing Minds Childcare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Growing Minds Childcare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 24, 2026, with 17 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Growing Minds Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 20 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Growing Minds Childcare care for?
35, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Growing Minds Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Growing Minds Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Growing Minds Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 779-9286 to ask.
What is Growing Minds Childcare's phone number?
(412) 779-9286.
Where is Growing Minds Childcare?
119 Hidden Valley Rd, Canonsburg, PA 15317. The nearest other daycare we list is Kindercare Learning Center/Canonsburg, 0.3 miles away.